Pesto Rosso (Sun Dried Tomato Pesto)
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Dive into a burst of flavor with our vibrant pesto rosso, crafted from sun-dried tomatoes and crunchy pine nuts! This irresistible blend offers a perfect balance of tangy sweetness that will elevate any dish.
Forget basil—sun-dried tomatoes are the surprise star of this pesto! Their sweet-and-savory flavor packs a serious umami punch. When you combine them with crunchy pine nuts, rich cheese, garlic, and a generous drizzle of olive oil, you’ve got a deliciously unique pesto ready to elevate any dish.
Whipping up this sauce is a breeze! You’re all set to indulge with just a quick blend in your food processor or blender.
Pesto rosso is perfect for pasta, sandwiches, or as a dipping sauce, this vibrant pesto adds a burst of flavor to any meal!
Ingredients
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- Sun-dried tomatoes: We use sun-dried tomatoes in oil.
- Pine nuts: These add a nutty flavor.
- Onion and garlic: For sweet garlicky flavor.
- Fresh herbs: Only a small amount of fresh basil and parsley is used for herby goodness.
- Crushed tomatoes & tomato paste: To enhance that sweet tomato flavor.
- Vinegar and wine: Balsamic vinegar and red wine add depth to the pesto.
- Oil: Look for high-quality olive oil.
- Parmesan cheese: Choose a brick of cheese to freshly grate for the best flavor.
- Salt: Adjust to taste.
Step by Step Directions
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- Pulse the sun-dried tomatoes, nuts, onion, basil, parsley, and garlic in a blender until well blended.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, vinegar, red wine, and tomato paste and blend until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Stir in the olive oil, cheese, and salt.
- Serve over pasta, on a sandwich, or as a dip for fresh baked bread.
Tips For Success
- No Parmesan? No problem! Pecorino and Asiago are fantastic alternatives. I’ve even whipped this pesto using feta for a unique twist.
- Try adding roasted red peppers for an extra sweet twist.
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Pesto Rosso (Sun Dried Tomato Pesto)
Ingredients
- 3 ounces sun-dried tomatoes, in oil
- ¼ cup pine nuts
- 3 tablespoons chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 cloves garlic
- ⅓ cup crushed tomatoes
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup red wine
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt , or to taste
Instructions
- Place sun-dried tomatoes, pine nuts, onion, basil, parsley, and garlic in a food processor or blender; process until well blended.
- Add crushed tomatoes, vinegar, red wine, and tomato paste; blend to desired consistency.
- Stir in olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and salt
Notes
Nutrition
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